The 37 Commandments of Dressing Like a New Yorker

Updated on 3/23/2019 at 5:01 PM

You'd be hard-pressed to find a New Yorker who only wears black. As far as we're concerned, that's an ill-founded fashion rule made to be broken. But there is something the most stylish ladies of NYC have in common — when they get dressed in the morning, their looks are refined and polished.

When New Yorkers step out of their apartments, they do it with confidence, traveling from point A to point B without missing a step — even when they're wearing heels. The best part? Their outfits are incredibly easy to re-create. Even if you don't live in the Big Apple, you can totally dress like you do when you follow the 37 style rules ahead.

Accessorize With the Right Statement Pieces

A simple denim dress is just begging for a poppy clutch.

Pair a Sexy Skirt With a Casual Sweatshirt

Duh, what else would it go with?

Blend In With the Environment While Also Standing Out

Keep at Least 1 Amazing Off-the-Shoulder Shirt in Rotation

And polish it off with platforms.

Dare to Cover Your Coordinated Set With a Contrast Print

Complete All Baggy Trousers With a Pair of Heels

A quirky bag.

Make Sure Your Outfit Coordinates With the Street Art

Elevate Your Functional Jumpsuit With Platform Sneakers

Master a Confident Strut in Statement Leather

Leave an Impression From All Angles

A rainbow bag is just the right touch.

When in Doubt, Add Some Color

Especially if you're paying homage to the Big Apple.

Let Yourself Go All Rocker-Grunge

It's what vintage tees were made for.

Do Something Crazy, Like Mixing Prints With 2 Different Tops

Know That a Monochrome Look Isn't Complete Without Dark Shades

Remember That Gray Doesn't Have to Look Drab

Try Something New With Your Overalls

Really, what do you have to lose?

Try the Oversize Look On For Size

Contrast Oversize Pieces With Pointed-Toe Shoes

Learn That a Matchy-Matchy Style Moment Is A-OK

Let a Pair of Rugged Sneakers Be the Foundation to a Glamorous Look

Complete a Just-Rolled-Out-of-Bed T-Shirt With Designer Heels

Find Your Power Suit — and Rock It

Play With Proportions

It can all come together looking totally breezy.

Balance Your Structured Jacket on Your Shoulders

Remember That Denim Is Your Best Friend

Denim . . . and block heels.

Carry a Crossbody Bag With a Statement Strap

Keep Your Loungewear on When You Leave the House

It pairs flawlessly with over-the-knee boots.

Master Monochrome

Learn to Let Loose and Run Free in a Slip Dress

Pull a Carrie Bradshaw and Show Off That Playful Dress

Make Mixing Blue and Black Look Easy

Get Your Hands On a Throw-On-and-Go Backpack

You won't regret it.